America Reads Tutor - UM Child Study Center

University of Montevallo; Montevallo (AL); On-site; USD 4,000 - 4,300; Part time

Job summary

The University of Montevallo invites applications for a part-time Work-Study tutor in the Office of Student Employment. The tutor will provide individualized reading support and assist the lead teacher with classroom activities at an on-site location in Montevallo, AL.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, reliable transportation, and an interest in working with elementary-age children. The position is 8 hours per week, paid at $10.00 per hour, and is eligible for Work-Study.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with individual reading tutoring services.
• Assist assigned cooperating teacher with other classroom activities as needed.

Skills

Transportation

Interest in working with children

Reliability

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Information

Department

Department Office of Student Employment

Rate of Pay

Rate of Pay $10.00 hourly

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Estimated Number of Hours Per Week

Estimated Number of Hours Per Week 8

Employment Status

Employment Status Part Time Temporary

Student Appointment Type

Student Appointment Type Work-Study

General Description

The America Reads Challenge is a grassroots national campaign that challenges every American to help all our children learn to read, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities.
America Reads sparks collaborations between entire communities – schools and libraries, businesses and community groups, religious institutions, universities, college students and senior citizens – to work together with teachers and parents to teach our children to read.

• Under the supervision of an assigned cooperating teacher, provide students with individual reading tutoring services, helping students develop into independent and confident readers by building their reading and language skills and by providing an encouraging environment for the student to learn
• Assist assigned cooperating teacher with other classroom activities as needed

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Must have transportation to onsite location
• Possess interest in working with elementary age children
• Must be reliable, punctual, and have strong interpersonal skills

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

N/A

Open Date

Open Date 07/29/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement

UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a student (having been admitted or enrolled in classes) at the University of Montevallo?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you been awarded Federal Work-Study by the Financial Aid Office?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

University of Montevallo Human Resources and Risk Management

Station 6055 Will Lyman House Montevallo, AL 35115